Overall score
Barrack Point
37.8/100
Mount Warrigal
46.6/100
Barrack Point vs Mount Warrigal, NSW suburb comparison
Barrack Point for retirees and families; Mount Warrigal for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Barrack PointMount Warrigal
Crime rate
Barrack Point
80.8 / 1k
Mount Warrigal
80.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Barrack Point
41
Mount Warrigal
83
Population
Barrack Point
725
Mount Warrigal
4,880
Metric leadBarrack Point 2Mount Warrigal 9across 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesBarrack Point
- Best for familiesBarrack Point
- Best for beach lifestyleBarrack Point
- Best for best valueMount Warrigal
- Best for best schoolsBarrack Point
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Barrack Point | Mount Warrigal |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 37.8/100 | 46.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 68.4/100 | 71.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 80.8 / 1k | 80.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 9 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 15 | 76 |
| Walkability | 22.5/100 | 47.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 41 | 83 |
| Planning activity | 2 | 11 |
| Population | 725 | 4,880 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Barrack Point is a coastal smaller community with an easy, sea-led rhythm, while Mount Warrigal is a hillside mid-sized suburb with greener streets and a quieter pace. Where Barrack Point is shaped by the coast, Mount Warrigal offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Barrack Point tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and stronger socioeconomic advantage, while Mount Warrigal stands out for housing affordability and parks and reserves. Barrack Point generally means more sought-after housing, while Mount Warrigal leans toward more approachable housing costs.
Barrack Point suits retirees and people chasing a beach lifestyle more clearly, whereas Mount Warrigal is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.